Bank Housekeeper

Sandstone Care Group; Much Hoole; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care organization is looking for a Bank Housekeeper to maintain a clean and welcoming environment for residents at Ribble Court Care Home. This role requires previous cleaning experience and a team-oriented attitude. Responsibilities include upholding hygiene standards, assisting with laundry, and collaborating with staff. Ideal candidates are flexible, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality care. The position offers an hourly rate of £12.26 and various employee benefits such as free meals and uniform.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free Meals

Free DBS

Discounts on high street retailers

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Wagestream for early pay access

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong team players with a positive attitude.
• Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and residents.
• Previous experience in cleaning or laundry services is essential.
• Willing to work across various departments.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of communal spaces and residents' rooms.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules to control infection.
• Assist with laundering and returning residents' clothing.
• Collaborate with other teams for seamless service delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Cleaning Experience

Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Job description

Bank Housekeeper. Ribble Court Care Home

• Hourly Rate : £12.26
• Shifts : Evening and Weekend shifts – flexibility required

Join the Sandstone vision of creating vibrant, modern, and welcoming environments where residents and staff alike can thrive. Ribble Court Care Home offers a contemporary and stylish setting, providing our residents with a place they can truly call home.

Our stunning, purpose-built 53-bed care home boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a coffee shop / bistro, a hair and nail salon, separate dining and lounge areas, and beautifully landscaped gardens. We specialize in providing high-quality specialist / complex nursing care and residential dementia care on dedicated floors, with a steadfast focus on person-centred care tailored to the unique needs and wishes of each resident.

Your Role as a Bank Housekeeper

As a Bank Housekeeper at Ribble Court, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort for our residents. Your responsibilities will include :

• Creating a Welcoming Environment : Ensuring all areas of the home, including communal spaces, residents’ rooms, and facilities, are immaculately clean and beautifully presented.
• Maintaining Hygiene Standards : Adhering to strict cleaning schedules to uphold effective infection control and meet regulatory standards.
• Supporting Laundry Services : Assisting with laundering and returning residents’ clothing and linens to a high standard of care, preserving their personal preferences and dignity.
• Flexibility Across Departments : Working collaboratively within the domestic and laundry teams, ensuring seamless service delivery across the home.

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits :

• Free uniform
• Free Meals
• Free DBS
• Discounts on the high street with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus
• Wagestream - access some of your earned money early and get money management tips
• Employee Assistance Programme - helping you look after your health and wellbeing
• Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement
• In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities - The chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role
• Overtime is paid for working over fulltime hours. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘STREAM’.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are :

• Team-Oriented : Strong team players with a positive and collaborative attitude.
• Excellent Communicators : Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and their families.
• Experienced in Cleaning : Previous experience in cleaning or laundry services, whether in a professional or domestic setting, is essential.
• Flexible and Adaptable : Willing to work across various departments and adjust to the dynamic needs of the home.
• Detail-Oriented : Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and ensuring a comfortable, safe environment for residents.

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer :

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.